Posts Tagged "professional"

Passport Career: The Best Online Resource for Your International Job Search

Posted by on Mar 14, 2017 in Global Career Blog, Global Job Search | 0 comments

Passport Career: The Best Online Resource for Your International Job Search

It’s hard to believe that Passport Career launched just a few years ago with about 50 country profiles. We’ve grown so much! Tapping into our worldwide network of over 100 career experts around the world, we now offer our clients detailed information about 81 countries and over 250 cities! Every month we are adding more content to our robust profiles that already include:     Country Overview and Relocation Resources   Career & Job Search Support   City-Specific Job Market Data   Visa/Work Permit Resources   Business Culture   Listings of Top Employers...

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How To Do Business In Asia: Business Card Tips

Posted by on May 3, 2016 in Global Career Blog, Global Job Search, Networking Internationally | 0 comments

How To Do Business In Asia: Business Card Tips

Business cards are the primary tool of introduction, exchanging contact information in the business world, and maintaining networks and customer links. Business cards, in various forms, have been a part of society for over 400 years. Some sources claim that business cards originated in China in the 15th century, but the earliest recordable “visiting cards” were used in Europe in the 17th century.   Business cards are used all over the world and there are basic expectations as to the content that should be on a business card. Nevertheless, there are regional—and often...

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23 Networking Opportunities for Expats

Posted by on Apr 19, 2016 in Global Career Blog, Networking Internationally | 0 comments

23 Networking Opportunities for Expats

Networking seems to be the key to finding employment wherever you live in this globalized world. The following are some ways that expats “network” in many countries: Official receptions National days in embassies, farewell or welcome parties in companies, United Nations events, NGOs. Social and private events and gatherings Dinners, parties, functions, cocktails, formal and informal drinks, Sunday lunch, coffees, teas, bars, clubs. Make yourself known and promote your skills as much as you can. Let people identify you as a “professional person” as much as possible. Private invitations Invite...

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5 Ways to Continue Your Education Overseas That Aren’t Study Abroad

Posted by on Nov 18, 2015 in Cross-Border Education, Global Career Blog | 2 comments

5 Ways to Continue Your Education Overseas That Aren’t Study Abroad

While overseas sometimes it’s impossible to find a job or working is not the right choice for you. If that’s the case and you’re wondering what to do with your time, continuing your education is a great option. There are a ton of online classes and opportunities that are worth taking advantage of when you’re living in a foreign country. Most importantly, if you feel like you have too much time on your hands you could eventually get very frustrated at living in that foreign country. Don’t let yourself get to that point! Here is a list to get you started:   1. Earn a degree online...

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5 Ways Joining an International Women’s Group Can Land You a Job In Your Dream Destination

Posted by on Sep 23, 2015 in Expat Lifestyle, Global Career Blog, Global Job Search, Networking Internationally | 0 comments

5 Ways Joining an International Women’s Group Can Land You a Job In Your Dream Destination

If you’re reading this blog post, there’s a good chance that you’re a woman thinking about starting a global job search. Or maybe you have a wife, sister, daughter, another female relative, or friend who is looking to start a new career. The truth is that many people have heard about international women’s groups, but they really don’t know how joining one of these groups could help them with their search for a global job.   If you’re one of those people and would like to know more about this topic, continue reading. Below, I will share with you five...

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